We all know how it is – your boyfriend/boy-friend/boy-who-you’d-like-to-be-your-boyfriend’s birthday is coming up and whilst you’ve got big ideas of taking him to see Manchester United play at Old Trafford followed by steak tartar and partying till the sun goes down, your bank balance has other ideas. But worry not, shopping on a budget has never been easier. We’ve compiled a handy list of unusual gifts for him that won’t break the bank balance to ensure you never have to present your fella with anything but the best. So when the purse strings are feeling tight, just browse through these quirky gift ideas designed for when your good intentions are bigger than your balance.

Whether he’s the class-clown, a travel fanatic or a football addict, we’ve got a little something for everyone in our gifts for him under £20 selection. Cater to his playful side with our Book of Masks, perfect for guys who love a laugh. Or if he’s more into his comedy kitchenware you could make him breakfast in bed with the Eggmobile Egg Shaper – bound to earn you some extra girlfriend points. Or perhaps he’s a stationery geek, in which case, give him Matchstick Pencils – perfect for doodling and with no risk of fire!